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Stanley Isaac & Charles Shade. Conservation Project Planning. Conservation… What does It Mean?. conservation The act of preserving , guarding , or protecting ; the keeping (of a thing) in a safe or entire state; preservation .
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Stanley Isaac & Charles Shade Conservation Project Planning
Conservation…What does It Mean? conservation • The act of preserving, guarding, or protecting; the keeping (of a thing) in a safe or entire state; preservation. • A wise use of natural resources. Source: Wiktionary.org Wood Badge S7-602-14
Why is Conservation Part of Wood Badge? Environmental Education Conservation Wood Badge S7-602-14
THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSERVATION IN THE BSA The Scout Law The Outdoor Code 9th Point…. A Scout is Thrifty Wood Badge S7-602-14
How to involve Scouts in conservation efforts? Wood Badge S7-602-14
A Partnership is Needed! SCOUTING UNIT LAND MANAGEMENT AGENCY • US National Park Service • VA Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries • VA Dept. of Forestry • VA Dept. of Conservation and Recreation • City / County Parks and Recreation • VA Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts • Chesapeake Bay Foundation Wood Badge S7-602-14
Types of Conservation Projects Habitat and Wildlife Trails and Campsites Monitoring Structures Educational Historical Wood Badge S7-602-14
Habitat and Wildlife WATERWAYS – Improve habitat, streams, and shorelines WATERWAYS – Stabilize threatened stream banks Wood Badge S7-602-14
Habitat and Wildlife PLANTING – Re-vegetate damaged meadows and hillsides PLANTING – Plant trees, shrubs, and grasses to control erosion or attract wildlife Wood Badge S7-602-14
Habitat and Wildlife URBAN ENVIRONMENT – Establish and care for urban green spaces and neighborhood parks URBAN ENVIRONMENT – Create environmental impact awareness of your urban storm water drainage systems. Distribute information on how to properly dispose of toxic waste Wood Badge S7-602-14
Habitat and Wildlife WILDLIFE – Habitat improvement with nest boxes, feeders, or restocking ponds Wood Badge S7-602-14
Trails and Campsites • TRAILS – Maintain or create trails • CAMPSITES – Increase access. Remove unwanted sites Wood Badge S7-602-14
Monitoring • Rainfall and Water Quality Populations - Great Back-Yard Bird Count; VA Frog & Toad Call Surveys Wood Badge S7-602-14
Structures • Buildings, Bridges, Fences • Nature Trail Signs Wood Badge S7-602-14
Educational • Develop and maintain outdoor classroom sites • Teach skills and develop informational brochures Wood Badge S7-602-14
Historical • Clean and repair statues, gravestones, and other historical sites Assist archaeologists in protecting and studying archaeological sites Wood Badge S7-602-14
WHAT MAKES A GOOD CONSERVATION PROJECT? Involve Scouts in All Aspects of a Project Make Projects Fun Choose Reasonable First Projects Consider Skill Levels Set Reasonable Goals Make A Difference Adopt-a-site Wood Badge S7-602-14
HOW TO DO A CONSERVATION PROJECT Plan & Evaluate – “Conservation Project Planning Checklist” Document Recognize Webelos Activity Pins World Conservation Award William T. Hornaday Award Boy Scout Merit Badges “Leave No Trace” Award Journey to Excellence Wood Badge S7-602-14
S7-602-14 Conservation Project Overview HOV Scout Reservation Superintendent – PAT DILLON HOV Scout Reservation Ranger – DEAN THURSTON Wood Badge S7-602-14
S7-602-14 DAY 5 CONSERVATION PROJECT Handbook Resources: Conservation Project Planning Checklist What makes a good Conservation Project Sample Conservation Projects Day 5 Service Patrol Communicate plan to Patrol Leaders Wood Badge S7-602-14
S7-602-14 Conservation Project Overview • Task – Build a quarter scale model of the Hoover Dam • Why – To open up the view of Lake Dillon and allow more access for youth to canoes, fish, swim, and generally frolic • How Many Wood Badge Participants Needed – All, especially the Beaver and Bear Patrols! • Time Frame – Day 5: Sunday 10/15/14, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm • Items Needed: • Tools: Folding Shovels, Wheel Barrows, Tubs to mix cement, Wire Cutters and Duct Tape. • Clothing: Swim Trunks and Work Gloves • Other: First Aid Kit, Strong Backs, Water and Patience • Project Leadership – FQM Staff and Scout Leaders • Travel to Work Area – Walking • Safety Factors – Spread out and communicate when we are digging and throwing cement. Wood Badge S7-602-14
S7-602-14 Conservation Project Overview • Task – Remove the encroaching underbrush and trees on the Parade Field • Why – To allow the space required for Scout Troops to properly assemble on the field for flag ceremonies • How Many Wood Badge Participants Needed – All, especially the Beaver and Bear Patrols! • Time Frame – Day 5: Sunday 10/15/14, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm • Items Needed: • Tools: Pruners, Hard tooth rakes, Limb saws • Clothing: Long sleeve shirt, Long pants, and Work gloves • Other: First Aid Kit, Strong Backs, Water and Patience • Project Leadership – FQM Staff and Scout Leaders • Travel to Work Area – Walking • Safety Factors – Be mind of the area you are working in. Inform others when dropping a limb or tree. Look out for your fellow Wood Badger Wood Badge S7-602-14
"The nation behaves well if it treats the natural resources as assets which it must turn over to the next generation increased, and not impaired, in value." -Theodore Roosevelt - Wood Badge S7-602-14
Why We ARE HERE Wood Badge S7-602-14